2002 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Acura CSX
To start off, 2007 Acura CSX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Acura CSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura CSX (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura CSX should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura CSX weights approximately 497 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Acura CSX (188 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 2007 Acura CSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 2007 Acura CSX | |
| Make | Honda | Acura |
| Model | Civic | CSX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
